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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 07:47 AM
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These are gm kit #19132171 cover fascia,hood,roof and rear deck lid.front emblem is on crooked and this is wear you start.any advice on install or should i take it to a pro. Thanks
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 09:48 AM
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If you've never done this before it may be better to let a professional apply the stripes. Its not one of those things thats hard, it can just be a little tricky.
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 10:20 PM
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 10:34 PM
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I'd personally go with the stripes from vettestripes. They offer stripes that look exactly like the GM kit...but are made of better vinyl, and they don't have gaps between panels:

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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 11:52 AM
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what gaps are you talking about???did you install it??? thanks
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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 12:35 PM
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Notice the gap between the bumper and hood? It looks 'cheap' in my opinion.
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Im looking to install myself. Is it a real tough job or what? Thanks. I bought the full racing stripes 2
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It's extremely difficult. I did it with a buddy and it took about 16 hours total! So 32 hours in all. Go to a professional. Trust me.
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It would be a HUGE PITA, you have to line it up just right, use baby shampoo, and squeegee the bajeezicks out of it. Have a pro do it, you'll be glad you did ...
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